Colour Coded: What To Wear On A First Date

Got a hot date on the weekend? Can’t decide what to wear on first date? The moment has finally arrived – your first date with the cute guy that you’ve been crushing on for a while now! You’ve probably turned your closet upside down 10 times and still not figured out what to wear. There’s just another teeny tiny problem honey, you have to think about the colour too. We would say you go with whatever colour you look best in but psychology……men…….! These are first world problems honey but we are here to help. Here are science-approved colours to wear on your first date that will make a good lasting impression and hopefully, score you a second one.

1. Black

Black is a classic colour that works well with any ensemble. It is synonymous with mystery, confidence and power. It triggers strong emotions and renders a sort of playful sophistication. So ladies, woo your man with a sexy LBD like this DOROTHY PERKINS Women Black & Peach-Coloured Printed Fit & Flare Dress (Rs 2,290) from Myntra and you will be etched in his mind forever.

2. Red

Red is the colour of love – this thought absolutely holds true when it comes to a romantic date. A red ensemble like will definitely hold your man’s attention to the fullest. Add a dash of excitement and drama to your life with this Ruffle Peplum Top (Rs 1,299) from Koovs.

3. Blue

Blue is a very subtle colour that signifies integrity, truth and security. It is your perfect “I would like to get to know you better”-option for a fun and casual coffee date. This KOOVS Tie Front Midi Dress (Rs 1,999) is the easy way to go about it.

4. Purple

Ladies, purple is a beautiful colour to wear on a date with someone you’ve just met as it is considered to be romantic, elegant and inspiring. It also indicates success and royalty – trust us, your man will acknowledge the successful independent and strong woman that you are. He knows you ain’t the messing around kind of girl. We totally love this Uptownie Lite Purple Coloured Solid Shift Dress (Rs 1,197) from Jabong.

5. Orange

If you’re an unapologetic experimenter with conventions and structure, we urge you to wear orange on a first date. Orange is bright, bubbly and full of life. You will definitely elicit such warmth and radiance with this that your guy will probably go gaga over you. This KOOVS Kimono Sleeve Wrap Dress (Rs 1,049) is perfect for a coffee date with bae.

6. Green

Green stands for positivity, growth and good energy. Flaunt this colour on a first date and believe us, your dreamboat will see you for the calm, optimistic and beautiful person that you are inside-out. What better way to demonstrate your composed mind than this FabAlley Women Green Solid Ruffled Off-Shoulder Playsuit (Rs 975) from Myntra.

7. Pink

Pink is romantic, flirty and feminine but don’t get too decked up in pink as your boo-to-be might end up not taking you seriously! Stick to one layer of pink clothing or a subtle shade of pink and you’re sorted. This Sassafras Pink Solid Blouse (Rs 600) from Myntra is an absolute steal.